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Hamilton Spectator
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Dual hotel to break ground in McMaster Innovation Park
The construction phase of a long-awaited hotel in Hamilton's McMaster Innovation Park will begin this summer. Sigma Group and Kothari Group will develop the 'dual-branded' property — Hyatt Place and Hyatt House. Both brands fall under the Hyatt Hotels Corporation. The two hotels will be housed in one building but serve different purposes. Hyatt Place will feature 78 traditional rooms for work and leisure, while Hyatt House will have 84 suite-style rooms equipped with kitchens for longer stays. The hotels are meant to serve Hamilton and its businesses, researchers and the community at nearby McMaster. The property will be about two kilometres east of McMaster University and sit along the west side of Longwood Road South. Opening is set for fall 2026. Amenities will include a gym, indoor saltwater pool, a business centre, laundry, free Wi-Fi, parking and a lobby lounge with all-day dining options. The hotel will also have a casual dining lounge, bar and restaurant. Meeting spaces will range from 300 square feet to 2,800 square feet. Sigma Group and Kothari Group also jointly own the 125-room TownePlace Suites by Marriott on Upper James Street. In September 2017 , No. 16 Hospitality Ltd., a group of Toronto-based developers, announced plans to build and open a Hyatt hotel in the innovation park by summer 2019. According to Canada's federal corporation registry, the company has since been dissolved for noncompliance — a status that typically results when a corporation fails to meet legal obligations such as filing required documents or paying annual fees. Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@ .
Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Hamilton Motown tribute to support St. Matt's housing project
A Motown tribute is coming to a Hamilton performing arts centre next week. On Thursday, May 29, Motown Mania will bring performances of hits by stars such as Diana Ross and the Supremes, the Temptations and the Jackson 5 to the McIntyre Performing Arts Centre at Mohawk College. The Holk Family event's proceeds will go to non-profit St. Matt's, formerly St. Matthew's House, and the 412 Barton Project. In the fall, the 412 Barton Project will shelter 15 homeless or low-income seniors in Hamilton and provide wraparound services. Priority will be given to women, people with disabilities and members of the BIPOC community. The event starts at 7 p.m. at 135 Fennell Ave. W., Hamilton . Tickets range from $45 to $55. To buy, go to . Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@
Hamilton Spectator
25-04-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Next week is deadline for vacant unit tax form
Homeowners have one week to complete and submit their vacant unit tax declaration, a form required by anyone who owns a residential property. In the city's bid to increase housing supply and reduce the amount of vacant homes, properties left vacant are subject to a one per cent tax of the total property value. Failure to submit a form by the Wednesday, April 30 deadline means the property will be deemed vacant and the tax will be applied for the 2025 tax year. The city said 85 per cent of homeowners have already submitted their forms as of Wednesday, with a majority filing online. All owners of residential properties must submit a vacant unit tax declaration, including residents who live in their home, rent or have secondary properties. Revenues from the tax are used to fund affordable housing initiatives after administrative costs are accounted for, the city said in a Wednesday release. Homeowners must use the roll number and access code on their Notice or Reminder to Declare Letters, or their most recent 2025 property tax bill. Submissions can be done online or by phone, email, mail or in person. Physical forms can be brought to any Municipal Services Centre , including Hamilton City Hall, which is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To submit through the online portal, go to . If residents need help completing their declaration, contact the city by email at vacantunittax@ or by phone at 905-546-2573 . Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@
